How far is Kaplan, LA from Metairie Terrace, LA?
The driving distance from Kaplan, LA to Metairie Terrace, LA is about 154 miles (247.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Louisiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kaplan and Metairie Terrace.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kaplan and Metairie Terrace.
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Start on East 1st Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East 1st Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Drive
7 mi · 10 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on West Summers Drive
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Summers Drive
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Drive
2 mi · 3 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on Charity Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Charity Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on East Conrad Street
2815 ft · 47 sec · East Conrad Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on Veteran Memorial Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · Veteran Memorial Drive
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Turn straight onto Veterans Memorial Drive
1.1 km · 60 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on LA 14
8.6 mi · 13 min · LA 14
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Take the ramp right
1779 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
105 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 310 North, LA 3127 North: Donaldsonville, New Orleans
847 ft · 23 sec
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Continue straight
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East: New Orleans
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Clearview Parkway, Huey Long Bridge
862 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Clearview Parkway South, Huey Long Bridge
1782 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Clearview Parkway
1.6 km · 2 min · Clearview Parkway
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Turn right onto West Metairie Avenue
77 m · 6 sec · West Metairie Avenue
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Continue on West Metairie Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Metairie Avenue
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Turn right onto Division Street
545 ft · 29 sec · Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mayflower Drive
668 ft · 29 sec · Mayflower Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mayflower Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kaplan and Metairie Terrace.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
LA 14
Merge slight left
105 mi · 01h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Kaplan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Metairie Terrace.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kaplan to Metairie Terrace?
The road trip is about 154 miles (247.9 km) and usually takes 02h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Morgan City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.4 miles from Kaplan and 77.6 miles from Metairie Terrace.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.9 miles (204.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.56 one way or $41.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Kaplan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Metairie Terrace.
Stop Ideas Near Morgan City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kaplan and Metairie Terrace. Straight-line distance: 126.93 mi (204.27 km).
#1 Kaplan
City in Louisiana, United States
| Population | 4,345 |
| Coordinates | 29.9979800, -92.2848500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Metairie Terrace
A census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana.
| Population | 142,489 |
| Coordinates | 29.9785400, -90.1639600 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mayflower Drive (-90.164047, 29.97854)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.56 | $41.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.13 | $46.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.11 | $50.23 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.40 | $58.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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